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  • Cruises,  Europe

    Things to do in one day in Mykonos – cruise itinerary

    April 3, 2023 /
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    Are you looking for a one-day Mykonos itinerary for your next Mediterranean cruise? Then I got you covered! Mykonos was my favorite stop on my 7-day cruise through the Eastern Mediterranean sea – and I will make sure you will love it just as much. There is so much to see and do on this small island that it can be so hard to choose from. Mykonos is relatively small, with only 10.000 inhabitants living on the island. But with only one day to explore this amazing island, how do you make the most of your precious time? I have been to Mykonos on a cruise and have absolutely loved…

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  • Cruises,  Santorini

    1 Day in Santorini Itinerary – for Cruise Ship Guests

    March 30, 2023 /

    Are you looking for an incredible 1 day in Santorini itinerary to make the most out of your cruise ship stop in beautiful Santorini? Then I got you covered! Whether you’re a young couple wanting to explore the romantic island off the beaten tracks, or someone interested in immersing themselves in culture and history, there’s something for everyone. 90 % of cruise ship guests tour the famous villages of Oia and Imerovigli, which makes them insanely crowded. I have been to Santorini many times, and have almost gotten run over by the crowds. To avoid all the masses, I have created an alternative itinerary. This guide will provide everything from…

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  • Bonaire,  Caribbean,  Cruises,  Experiences

    Best things to do in Bonaire in one day – cruise itinerary

    February 14, 2023 /
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    Bonaire is a beautiful small island located in the Caribbean sea. Together with Aruba and Curacao, it forms the ABC-island chain. Many Caribbean Cruises have Bonaire listed as a port-of-call in their itinerary. As an avid cruiser, I know how hard it can be to plan for every single port. To make this easy for you, I have created four amazing cruise itineraries – featuring the best things to do in Bonaire for a day! Let’s dive right in (pun intended)! About the Bonaire Cruise Port Cruise ships dock in one of two piers in Bonaire. Both piers are located right by the capital city of Kralendijk. They are called…

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  • Cruises,  Curacao

    One day Curacao itinerary (with map) – for cruise passengers

    February 7, 2023 /
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    Traveling to Curacao on a cruise and no idea yet on how to spend the day? Luckily for you, I got you covered! The beautiful island offers many amazing things to do! So many things, it can be hard to choose what to do if you only have one day in Curacao. I have stayed many weeks in Curacao this year and I know all the best spots! As an avid cruiser, I know that not every itinerary fits in with your schedule, so I have prepared multiple options for a one day in Curacao itinerary here in this post! Let’s dive in! Please remember that we may receive a…

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  • Aruba,  Cruises

    One day in Aruba from cruise ship perfect itinerary

    January 27, 2023 /
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    Aruba is a beautiful Caribbean island and forms, together with Bonaire and Curacao the ABC-island group. Aruba is famous for its white, sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue water. There are many great things to do in Aruba – and many of them you can check off in just one day. As a seasoned cruise passenger, I know the drill of having to plan something to do for every single port you stay in. Luckily, I have created in this post the perfect one-day in Aruba itinerary from out the cruise ship. And because not all tastes are the same – I have created multiple versions for your perfect day in…

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  • Cruises,  Destinations,  Europe,  Experiences

    Eastern Mediterranean cruise review with MSC

    November 28, 2022 /
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    The windmills of Mykonos, the Akropolis of Athens, and the picturesque canals of Venice awaited the passengers on the Eastern Mediterranean cruise route of the MSC Magnifica. A luxurious vessel, launched in 2009 and belonging to the Musica-class of cruise ships took us on a fabulous adventure across the Eastern Mediterranean sea. Spoiled with the best food and surrounded by pure luxury we set sail in Venice and headed towards Bari. Keep on reading to learn more about my first (but not last) cruise experience in this Eastern Mediterranean cruise review. First port of call: Venice After a short and well-organized embarkation process and a mandatory safety drill, it was…

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  • Cruises,  Europe,  Experiences

    Western Mediterranean cruise review on the MSC Fantasia

    November 24, 2022 /
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    After my first cruise exploring the Eastern Mediterranean with the MSC Magnifica (read all about it here), I definitely was in the mood to cruise. Not long after we decided to explore the other half of the Mediterranean sea, namely, Spain, France and Italy on board the MSC Fantasia. Read all about my second cruise in this Western Mediterranean cruise review. About the MSC Fantasia – ship review The MSC Fantasia is a cruise ship released in 2008 and is known for its stylish, yet ecological design. Spread out over 18 decks you can find a multitude of amazing things to spend your time on, a great selection of restaurants,…

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BLOGGER & CONTENT CREATOR

 

Hi there, my name is Sabrina and I am a passionate travel blogger and content creator. My blog is featuring slow luxury travel tips, bucket list experiences, hotel recommendations, and culinary inspirations. I have been a digital nomad for two years and am now blogging about all the beautiful places I visit myself.

📍 The Hague, The Netherlands #thehague #thehag 📍 The Hague, The Netherlands

#thehague #thehaguedaily #thehaguecity #visitthehague #nederland_ontdekt #nederlandismooi
Are you looking for a relaxing and fun beach for Are you looking for a relaxing and fun  beach for your stay in Curaçao? Then Jan Thiel might just be right for you. 

Keep in mind that there are essentially two parts of Jan Thiel Beach, the public beach and the Beach Clubs (Zest, Papagayo etc).

I would not recommend Jan Thiel as a great public beach. The beds are super close to each other and it is noisy and crowded. 

To avoid all the crowds make sure to reserve your spot at Zest (my recommendation) or Papagayo in advance. Then you even get to hop into this fabulous infinity beach 😍🏖️
Tbh I always refused to go there because it has a reputation of being Dutch and touristic. But Zest convinced me that it can be an amazing place 😍

Would you love to swim here? 

#janthielbeach #janthiel #janthielcuraçao #zestbeachclub #curaçao
Here's to 5000 ❤️ When I woke up today and sa Here's to 5000 ❤️

When I woke up today and saw that this community has grown to 5000 people I was so happy. 

It was only a year ago since I started sharing all my vacation memories on here (: 

For all of those who are new here or don't know me yet:

I am Sabrina and I currently live in the Netherlands but am originally from Austria. 

Two years ago I quit my job in corporate law to move to NL with my husband and started working freelance. 

Because we travel a lot for my husband's job, I was looking for a creative hobby on the side so I started photography and editing, and sharing my journey here on IG. 

My current mission is to create the happiest life possible, without stress and with lots of laughter and love. I love celebrating the small moments and finding joy in ordinary things. 

This page is simply about me sharing all my small, happy moments from all over the world and hopefully inspiring others to live their dream as well. 

I hope to spread some positivity and shed some light on issues that I truly care about (: 

As an added bonus, I found an amazing community of like-minded people on this app that cheer me up every day! 

Now I would love to know something about you, so lmk some facts about you in the comments ❤️
In Amsterdam, everyone's a bit of a cycle-path 🚲🌸

#amsterdamgram #amsterdamtrip #amsterdam_streets #amsterdamcanals #amsterdamcentraal #amsterdamcityguide #amsterdam_streets🇳🇱 #holland #igersholland #igersnetherlands #digitalnomadgirls
Hello, April 🌸❤️ March was all about getti Hello, April 🌸❤️

March was all about getting some rest, staying home and finding back into my old routines. It was a bit boring but I really needed that to find back my strength. 

April is gonna be so exciting 😍 I have already lots of lovely trips planned:

🌸 Easter in Austria 🐰
🌸 Girls week in Amsterdam 🌷
🌸 Romantic Getaway in The Hague
🌸 Long weekend in Champagne, France 🥂
🌸 It is also our two year wedding anniversary and Justin is planning something special for that weekend! 

What are your plans for April? LMK 😍

#pietermaai #pietermaaidistrict #scubalodge #willemstad #willemstadcuraçao
11 things that are more important than what your b 11 things that are more important than what your body looks like (from someone who spent way too much time dieting):

❤️ how kind you are to others, especially those that can do nothing for you 

❤️ that you can eat pizza (and pasta :D)

❤️ that you accept others and yourself for who they are

❤️ that you can cuddle with your pets

❤️ that you know how to let go and how to have a great time

❤️ that you never have to accept a narrow conception of whats beautiful - according to society

❤️ that your body helps you do the things you love most in life: travel and hug the people you love 

❤️ that you can feel happiness and joy with that body

❤️ that physical beauty will eventually pass with old age - for everyone

❤️ that your worth is not determined by a number on the scale 

❤️ that beauty is not quantifiable

#beachlife #caribbeansunset #curacaoisland #mambobeach #bodypositivity
"To escape and sit quietly on the beach—that’s "To escape and sit quietly on the beach—that’s my idea of paradise."

#daaibooibaai #curacaolife #digitalnomadgirls
Bonaire Cultural Thing to Do: Visit the former Sla Bonaire Cultural Thing to Do: Visit the former Slave Houses 🏖️

You can still find them in the area around Rincon and Cabaje and along the saltpans as a grim reminders of Bonaire's repressive past. Years ago, the huts were restored but the original roofs have been replaced with more durable marine plywood to avoid continuous maintenance.

Do you like visiting Historical Sites on your trips? 

#bonaireisland #bonairetourism #bonairephotography #wesharebonaire #dutchcaribbean #abcislands
04.05. - Rememberace Day: Every year on 4 May, the 04.05. - Rememberace Day: Every year on 4 May, the Dutch commemorate civilians and soldiers who have died in war situations and in peacekeeping missions, with two minutes of silence.

05.05. Liberation Day (Bevrijdingsdag) takes place each year on May 5, the day after Remembrance Day (Dodenherdenking). It is a celebration of the Netherlands being freed from Nazi occupation after World War II.

💫 These are two very meaningful days to keep in mind when traveling to the Netherlands. I find it a great tradition to spend some minutes in silence and be aware of the terrible things that war is doing to people. Especially in light of whats happening in Ukraine, this is more important to remember than ever. 

#rememberanceday #liberationday #bevrijdingsdag #amsterdamgram #amsterdamview #amsterdam #amsterdamtrip #amsterdamguide #canalsofamsterdam #europedestinations #thenetherlands #netherlands #windy #holland #visitnetherlands #konijnklijkpaleisamsterdam
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📍 The Hague, The Netherlands #thehague #thehag 📍 The Hague, The Netherlands

#thehague #thehaguedaily #thehaguecity #visitthehague #nederland_ontdekt #nederlandismooi
Are you looking for a relaxing and fun beach for Are you looking for a relaxing and fun  beach for your stay in Curaçao? Then Jan Thiel might just be right for you. 

Keep in mind that there are essentially two parts of Jan Thiel Beach, the public beach and the Beach Clubs (Zest, Papagayo etc).

I would not recommend Jan Thiel as a great public beach. The beds are super close to each other and it is noisy and crowded. 

To avoid all the crowds make sure to reserve your spot at Zest (my recommendation) or Papagayo in advance. Then you even get to hop into this fabulous infinity beach 😍🏖️
Tbh I always refused to go there because it has a reputation of being Dutch and touristic. But Zest convinced me that it can be an amazing place 😍

Would you love to swim here? 

#janthielbeach #janthiel #janthielcuraçao #zestbeachclub #curaçao
Here's to 5000 ❤️ When I woke up today and sa Here's to 5000 ❤️

When I woke up today and saw that this community has grown to 5000 people I was so happy. 

It was only a year ago since I started sharing all my vacation memories on here (: 

For all of those who are new here or don't know me yet:

I am Sabrina and I currently live in the Netherlands but am originally from Austria. 

Two years ago I quit my job in corporate law to move to NL with my husband and started working freelance. 

Because we travel a lot for my husband's job, I was looking for a creative hobby on the side so I started photography and editing, and sharing my journey here on IG. 

My current mission is to create the happiest life possible, without stress and with lots of laughter and love. I love celebrating the small moments and finding joy in ordinary things. 

This page is simply about me sharing all my small, happy moments from all over the world and hopefully inspiring others to live their dream as well. 

I hope to spread some positivity and shed some light on issues that I truly care about (: 

As an added bonus, I found an amazing community of like-minded people on this app that cheer me up every day! 

Now I would love to know something about you, so lmk some facts about you in the comments ❤️
In Amsterdam, everyone's a bit of a cycle-path 🚲🌸

#amsterdamgram #amsterdamtrip #amsterdam_streets #amsterdamcanals #amsterdamcentraal #amsterdamcityguide #amsterdam_streets🇳🇱 #holland #igersholland #igersnetherlands #digitalnomadgirls
Hello, April 🌸❤️ March was all about getti Hello, April 🌸❤️

March was all about getting some rest, staying home and finding back into my old routines. It was a bit boring but I really needed that to find back my strength. 

April is gonna be so exciting 😍 I have already lots of lovely trips planned:

🌸 Easter in Austria 🐰
🌸 Girls week in Amsterdam 🌷
🌸 Romantic Getaway in The Hague
🌸 Long weekend in Champagne, France 🥂
🌸 It is also our two year wedding anniversary and Justin is planning something special for that weekend! 

What are your plans for April? LMK 😍

#pietermaai #pietermaaidistrict #scubalodge #willemstad #willemstadcuraçao
11 things that are more important than what your b 11 things that are more important than what your body looks like (from someone who spent way too much time dieting):

❤️ how kind you are to others, especially those that can do nothing for you 

❤️ that you can eat pizza (and pasta :D)

❤️ that you accept others and yourself for who they are

❤️ that you can cuddle with your pets

❤️ that you know how to let go and how to have a great time

❤️ that you never have to accept a narrow conception of whats beautiful - according to society

❤️ that your body helps you do the things you love most in life: travel and hug the people you love 

❤️ that you can feel happiness and joy with that body

❤️ that physical beauty will eventually pass with old age - for everyone

❤️ that your worth is not determined by a number on the scale 

❤️ that beauty is not quantifiable

#beachlife #caribbeansunset #curacaoisland #mambobeach #bodypositivity
"To escape and sit quietly on the beach—that’s "To escape and sit quietly on the beach—that’s my idea of paradise."

#daaibooibaai #curacaolife #digitalnomadgirls
Bonaire Cultural Thing to Do: Visit the former Sla Bonaire Cultural Thing to Do: Visit the former Slave Houses 🏖️

You can still find them in the area around Rincon and Cabaje and along the saltpans as a grim reminders of Bonaire's repressive past. Years ago, the huts were restored but the original roofs have been replaced with more durable marine plywood to avoid continuous maintenance.

Do you like visiting Historical Sites on your trips? 

#bonaireisland #bonairetourism #bonairephotography #wesharebonaire #dutchcaribbean #abcislands
04.05. - Rememberace Day: Every year on 4 May, the 04.05. - Rememberace Day: Every year on 4 May, the Dutch commemorate civilians and soldiers who have died in war situations and in peacekeeping missions, with two minutes of silence.

05.05. Liberation Day (Bevrijdingsdag) takes place each year on May 5, the day after Remembrance Day (Dodenherdenking). It is a celebration of the Netherlands being freed from Nazi occupation after World War II.

💫 These are two very meaningful days to keep in mind when traveling to the Netherlands. I find it a great tradition to spend some minutes in silence and be aware of the terrible things that war is doing to people. Especially in light of whats happening in Ukraine, this is more important to remember than ever. 

#rememberanceday #liberationday #bevrijdingsdag #amsterdamgram #amsterdamview #amsterdam #amsterdamtrip #amsterdamguide #canalsofamsterdam #europedestinations #thenetherlands #netherlands #windy #holland #visitnetherlands #konijnklijkpaleisamsterdam
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